Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,180 | $127,051 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.70 | $61.08 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $124,180.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $125,853 | $78,750 | $168,000 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Cybersecurity Analyst in Illinois is $124,180, or about $59.70 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Cybersecurity Analysts is $127,051. Illinois is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level cybersecurity analysts in Illinois typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,260 cybersecurity analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $124,180, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.